As JW points out this recording continues a fine tradition of superior quality recordings associated with the Eighty-Eight's label.
IMHO I actually prefer these alternative takes. In particular, I really enjoy Elvin Jones performance on this album.

Are you referring to the HDtracks .. Mono version of "Cool Struttin" Claude?
http://www.hdtracks.com/cool-struttin-mono/
The web site states that "digital transfers" by Ron McMasters.. have you listen to it? ... more